The Yardbirds – B.B. King’s Blues Club (New York, NY)
When the rejuvenated Yardbirds took the stage at B.B.’s, the packed house looked at the youth of some players and seemed to withhold judgment. If Drummer Jim McCarty and guitarist … Read more
Live Show Reviews
Scout Niblett – St. Vitus Bar (Brooklyn, NY)
The upside-down crosses on the windows of St. Vitus serve as a sort of mission statement for the Greenpoint bar, one that doesn’t quite fit with what singer/songwriter Scout Niblett … Read more
John Lennon – City Winery & Dec. 6th Tribute Show At Symphony…
Joe Raiola, organizer of the annual John Lennon Tribute, put together an intimate preview of the event at the lovely City Winery, where those who knew Lennon shared their memories … Read more
Peter Tork – Iridium Jazz Club (New York, NY)
Peter Tork, the smart, funny, multi-media one-man “Tork de force” proved yet again that he is no dummy. Insightful anecdotes, enlightening film clips, and delightful songs were cleverly collaged to … Read more
Briggs Farm Blues Festival – Briggs Farm (Nescopeck, PA)
“We wait all year for these two days. They’re better than Christmas. And then it just goes by so fast” echoed a veteran Briggs Farm goer. Yes, the camping line … Read more
Outside Lands Festival – Golden Gate Park (San Francisco, CA)
Paul McCartney, Nine Inch Nails and Red Hot Chili Peppers… And those were just the headliners at the 6th installment of San Francisco’s Outside Lands Festival. Over 80 acts graced … Read more
Rhythm & Roots – Ninigret Park (Charlestown, RI)
I always look forward to Rhythm & Roots because the multiple headliners turn up reliable and relaxed, and the well-chosen discovery acts arrive anxious to please and thrilled at the … Read more
Cyndi Lauper – The Capitol Theatre (Port Chester, NY)
Cyndi Lauper remains unusual. Lauper’s style is propped up by Eighties nostalgia rooted in 20’s nostalgia, mixing elements of Grace Slick, Betty Boop (aka Helen Kane) and Ethel Merman like … Read more
Newport Folk Festival – Fort Adams State Park (Newport, RI)
Mother Nature wasn’t too kind, but Father John Misty made Newport shine. Sure, you can call him “Nancy From Now On”, but I would prefer to call him Newport’s savior. … Read more
Tedeschi Trucks Band & The Black Crowes – Nikon Theater At Jones…
Tedeschi Trucks Band and The Black Crowes are both musical powerhouses in their own right. When the two groups combined forces for a tour, fans awaited a summer of breathtaking … Read more
